Dhaka University has sent Professor Naadir Junaid of mass communication and journalism department to a three-month break from academic and administrative duties amid allegations of sexual harassment. Prof Abul Mansur Ahmed, the chairman of the department, read the letter aloud to calm the protesting students outside his office. The complaint of sexual harassment details alleged instances of inappropriate behaviour, including suggestive comments, marriage proposals, and uncomfortable encounters. Meanwhile, students from the department continued boycott of classes for the second day, demanding a thorough investigation into the sexual harassment allegations against Prof Junaid. A poster with the message “Sexual oppressor Professor Naadir Junaid is not welcome on campus” was hung on his office door.

Source: bd News24 February 12, 2024 16:15 UTC